Marion: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ma-hre-e-o-hn
Origin: France
gender-female

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Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Star of the sea

The name Marion is a gender-neutral name with a dual origin, primarily traced back to French and English roots. The meaning of Marion is derived from two sources: 1. "Star of the sea" or "beloved" in French. 2. "Wished for a child" in Hebrew. The name Marion has been used as a diminutive or nickname for the name Mary, Margery, or Marriott in English, and for the name Marie in French. A Medieval French diminutive of Marie, Marion is believed to have originated from a devotee of Mother Mary or as a derivation of the Hebrew name Miryam, which means "wished for a child". The name Marion, pronounced as mah-ree-un, has no significant cultural or religious significance by itself, but its connection to the Greek name Mary gives it a historical association with France's nobility and high-ranking officials.

Marion Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Marion is currently #661 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Marion is currently #352 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Marion is currently #652 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Marion is currently #350 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Marion

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Marion, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Marion Cotillard: Marion Cotillard is a French actress known for her roles in "La Vie en Rose," "Inception," and "The Dark Knight Rises."
  • Marion Jones: Marion Jones is an American former world champion track and field athlete who won five medals at the 2000 Summer Olympics.
  • Marion Ross: Marion Ross is an American actress known for her role as Marion Cunningham on the television series "Happy Days."
  • Marion Bartoli: Marion Bartoli is a retired French professional tennis player who won the 2013 Wimbledon Championships singles title.
  • Marion Davies: an American actress and philanthropist, best known for her performances in films like When Knighthood Was in Flower and Little Old New York

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